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Opening Minds, Opening Hearts
Embodying Centering Prayer with Mark Kutolowski
Dec 25, 2022
Mark Kutolowski, an oblate of Saint Benedict and Centering Prayer instructor, shares his journey in revitalizing Christian contemplation. He discusses transformative experiences with Father Thomas and how Centering Prayer fosters unity. The conversation highlights metanoia, or spiritual conversion, and its impact on daily life. Mark emphasizes the importance of embodiment in healing and the integration of prayer into family life. Listeners will dive deeper into the connection between contemplative practices and the beauty of nature.
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- Centering Prayer facilitates personal healing by promoting a deeper relationship with God through silence, stillness, and the use of a sacred word.
- Embracing the unity of body and spirit within contemplative practices allows individuals to transform emotional wounds and live a more integrated life.
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The Foundations of Centering Prayer
Centering Prayer is a transformative spiritual practice designed to cultivate a deeper relationship with God through silence and stillness. The method involves introducing a 'sacred word' that symbolizes one's intention to consent to God's presence and action within. By practicing Centering Prayer regularly, individuals can develop a receptive stance that allows them to encounter God in a profound way, facilitating personal healing and spiritual growth. This practice is built upon the teachings of Father Thomas Keating, who emphasized the importance of foundational guidelines in establishing and deepening one's prayer life.
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